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Public Safety
Feedback from the community that we serve is vital in maintaining the standards that not only the community has set for us, but the standards that we have set for ourselves. Provide your feedback

Attempt to locate the suspect. If the suspect is at the scene and probable cause exists, an arrest will be made immediately

Locate and secure evidence of the crime

Complete a crime report based on the officer's investigation

Forward the report to the Criminal Investigation Division for assignment

If necessary, request victim assistance

The Assigned Detective's Role
The assigned detective's role is to:

Contact and review the case with the victim, and may request a detailed written statement

Interview witnesses and obtain statements

Review and evaluate the evidence collected

After the investigation is complete, present the case to the Criminal District Attorney for filing of charges

The District Attorney's Role
The District Attorney's role is to review the investigation and, if supported, file charges against the suspect and issue a warrant. An arrest of the suspect does not mean that they will be held in jail until the time of trial.

Bonds
A bond will be set after the arrest and in the event the suspect posts bond, they will be released. In all arrests involving family violence, attempts will be made to notify you prior to the suspect being released from jail. This will allow you time to seek a place of safety, if necessary.

Testimony
In order to protect you from future acts of violence, you can be compelled to testify against your offender at the trial. This guarantees that all cases are heard by a judge and all protective measures are taken.